D-Link Ethernet Switches User manual

Quick Installation Guide
for All Ethernet Switches
First Edition (September 2001)
6SWITCHML.01
Printed In Taiwan
RECYCLABLE

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Introduction
This Quick Installation Guide gives step-by-step
instructions for setting up all D-Link switches.
Please note that the model you have purchased
may appear slightly different from those shown in
the illustrations.
For more detailed information about your switch,
its components, making network connections, and
technical specifications, please refer to the User’s
Guide included with your switch.
Step 1  Unpacking
Open the shipping carton and carefully unpack its
contents. Please consult the packing list located in
the User Guide to make sure all the correct items
are present and undamaged. If any item is found
missing or damaged, please contact your local
D-Link reseller for replacement.
Items Included in Switch Packages
Type of Switch *
Unmanaged Smart or Managed
Item
Palm Desktop/Rack Mount Chassis
Device Yes Yes Yes Yes
RS-232 Cable
(Printer cable) No No Yes Yes
Rack Mounting
Brackets No Yes Yes Yes
Rubber Feet Yes Yes Yes Yes
Power Cord
(Adapter) Yes
Yes Yes Yes
User¡ƒs Gui d Yes Yes Yes Yes
Multi-lingual
QIG Yes
Yes Yes Yes
*Stackable switches, unlike standalone switches, should also
include a cascade cable.
Step 2  Switch Installation
For safe switch installation and operation, it is
recommended that you:
♦ Visually inspect the power cord and see that
it is secured fully to the AC power connector.
♦ Make sure that there is proper heat
dissipation from and adequate ventilation
around the switch.
♦ Do not place heavy objects on the switch.
Desktop or Shelf Installation
When installing the switch on a desktop or shelf, the
rubber feet included with the device must be
attached on the bottom at each corner of the device’s
base. Allow enough ventilation space between the
device and the objects around it.
Figure 1. Attaching the rubber feet
Rack Installation
The switch can be mounted in an EIA standard size,
19-inch rack, which can be placed in a wiring closet
with other equipment. To install, attach the
mounting brackets on the switch’s front panel (one
on each side) and secure them with the screws
provided (please note that these brackets are not
designed for palm size switches).
Figure 2. Attaching the mounting brackets
Then, use the screws provided with the equipment
rack to mount the switch in the rack.

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Figure 3. Installing the switch in a standard-sized
equipment rack
Step 3  Understanding Device
Network Connections
At this point, please connect the AC power cord into
an electrical outlet (preferably one that is grounded
and surge protected) and into the rear of the switch.
Once the switch is powered on, you will be able to
immediately see whether the network connections
are valid or not. A valid connection will cause the
Link/Act LED on the front panel of the switch to
light up for the corresponding port being connected.
Power Failure
As a precaution, the switch should be unplugged in
case of power failure. When power is resumed, plug
the switch back in.
Step 4  Plugging in the AC Power
Cord
Computers, servers and routers can be connected to
the switch by using media-appropriate fiber optic
cabling. For more information about cable types,
please refer to the User’s Guide.
Figure 4. Plugging the switch into an outlet
Additional Information
If you are encountering problems setting up your
network, please refer to the User’s Guide that came
with the switch. It contains many more rules,
charts, explanations and examples to help you get
your network up and running.
Additional help is available online at
http://www.dlink.com, http://www.dlink.com.uk, or
through our offices listed at the back of the User’s
Guide.